A classic staple breakfast has never even easier or more delicious. This Perfect Oatmeal can be made for anyone's oatmeal preferences & has a million ways to be served and enjoyed. The possibilities are endless.
I know there are many love / hate relationships with oatmeal out in the world, but I believe that those hate relationships just have never been fed The Perfect Oatmeal.
Each person likes their oatmeal differently. I never grew up eating it super thick and like wallpaper paste. Some people love that consistency, while that grosses me out. I also don't love it when it's slimy. So, I have my own way of making it that is perfect for me, and I could eat it just about every day this way.
If you've written off oatmeal - don't fully rule it out just yet. Try it this way before giving it up forever.
How I Came to Like Oatmeal
I've always struggled with textures and food, and I love when dishes have a variety of textures in them. I get bored and sometimes grossed out if everything is all the same texture. It can grow to be too monotonous for me. So, I discovered that the perfect way for me to tackle this in oatmeal was... adding crunch to it.
That is how I fell in love with adding granola to my oatmeal. It was the perfect solution to my texture problem. I already adore granola, and I adore almond butter. I also love bananas. So, adding all of these to my oatmeal - helped to create enough added texture to my oatmeal to keep me interested and not grossed out or focused on the actual texture of the oatmeal.
Plus, when I learned about the cooking time of the oatmeal being a big culprit of gloopy oatmeal... that was a big turning point too. I was careful in how long I cooked my oatmeal for. I really, REALLY wanted to love oatmeal. So, after years of trial and error - I am finally here. and, I love this. I really do. This is My Perfect Oatmeal.
My personal favorite oatmeal toppings are:
- Almond Butter (I love the salted, creamy almond butter from Trader Joe's)
- Homemade Granola with Dried Fruits, Nuts, and Rice Cereal
- Sliced Bananas or Strawberries
I always top my oatmeal with lots of varying flavors, colors, & textures.
I am all about texture, and so having all these added textures and flavors keep each bite different and keep me going back for more. This oatmeal is by far the best I have ever had or made. I would pay good money for this in a restaurant, but I'm glad that I don't have to!
Ingredients Needed for Homemade Stovetop Oatmeal:
- Oats: I use old fashioned rolled oats, and I make sure that mine are gluten free. However, you can use quick cook oats. I just use rolled oats for the added nutrition and fiber.
- Milk or Water: I either use lactose free whole milk or oat milk - whatever I have on hand. But, water works great, too. I just do milk for some added nutrients and protein.
- Maple Syrup or Honey
- Vanilla
- Cinnamon
- Salt
How to Make Easy Homemade Oatmeal:
1. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the milk or water and bring to a simmer.
2. Add the oats, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla, cinnamon, and salt and stir.
3. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes or until the oats are tender and the oatmeal has reached your desired consistency.
If the oatmeal has thickened too much for your liking, just add a bit more water or milk. If you like yours on the thicker side, continue to cook it until it reaches your preferred texture.
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